Safety advocates are frequently pushing for regulators to take steps to make the roads safer. Part of that is accruing statistics as the number of truck collisions that occur. Montana was mentioned prominently in the latest push for safety measures. Speeding and...
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Driving safe during Montana winters
Winter has already come to some parts of Montana, leading to slippery and dangerous road conditions. Driving in winter weather increases the chance of a serious or fatal car accident so it is important to be reminded of some tips that can keep you safe on the roads....
Addressing an accident caused by road rage
Nearly every driver has been annoyed with other drivers on the road at one time or another. When that annoyance turns into aggressive behavior; however, it is called road rage, and it can cause a serious car accident. Road rage accidents Usually, road rage involves...
Six ways to cope with trauma after a car accident
Being injured in a car accident is a traumatic experience. While you’ll certainly have to secure treatment for your physical injuries, you can’t overlook the importance of taking care of your mental health. If your trauma is left unchecked, then you could fall into a...
Wrongful death damages and potential tax implications
Grieving a lost loved one is never easy, especially when their life was suddenly taken due to the negligence of another person. No words, actions or money can make the situation better because nothing can bring back their loved one wrongfully taken from them. While it...
Should I seek medical help following a minor slip-and-fall?
Slip-and-fall accidents can happen in a retail store, an apartment building, or even your own home. However, if you are on someone else’s property when the accident occurs, you may file a lawsuit to recover damages from property owners, store owners, landlords, and...
What are my options if a drunk driver kills my loved one?
One would think that by now, people would know better than to drink and drive on Montana’s roads. Police and prosecutors take Montana’s drunk driving laws seriously, and there is plenty of information out there about the dangers of driving under the influence of drugs...
Montana now the only state with no ban on texting and driving
Distracted driving is a problem in Montana and throughout the United States. While there are many ways in which drivers’ attention can be diverted from the road, texting is among the worst. States are increasingly seeking solutions to the problem by crafting laws...
Are truck accidents handled differently than car accidents here?
If you drive in Montana, then you know that we share the roads with both other vehicle drivers and commercial vehicles, like 18 wheelers. And, you may wonder how an accident with a semi differs from a car accident. While both types of accidents are governed by the...
What does “wrongful death” mean in Montana?
If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful act, you may wonder if you have a legal claim for compensation. In our state, the law allows certain family members or personal representatives of the deceased person to file a wrongful death...